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news Scmp World 2026-10-30

Independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta shuts down due to Russian state pressure

Russia's renowned independent outlet Novaya Gazeta has ceased operations, citing relentless state pressure and persecution of its journalists for their critical coverage of the war in Ukraine.

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